San Felice
Chardonnay In Avane 2023
| Denomination | IGT Toscana |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | Chardonnay |
| Aging | Partially aged in small oak barrels and partially in stainless steel. |
- Type and region: Still white wine Toscana IGT, San Felice, vintage 2023, 0.75 l
- Grape variety and style: Chardonnay from organic and sustainable cultivation, 12.5% vol
- Vinification: Hand-picked, maceration at 8°C, fermentation in steel and oak
- Aromatic profile: Hints of citrus and white flowers, with notes of broom and acacia, persistent
- On the palate and pairings: Fresh, savoury and smooth; suitable for fish, sushi, poultry, cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
San Felice Chardonnay In Avane is a still white wine that elegantly expresses the character of Tuscany. On the nose, it reveals a persistent aromatic profile, with fragrant scents of citrus and white flowers, enriched by notes of broom and acacia. On the palate, the Chardonnay offers a balanced interplay between freshness and savouriness, supported by a pleasant structure. This harmonious taste makes it versatile at the table, ideal for pairing with light first courses, fish, sushi, white meats and delicate cheeses.
Where it comes from
This wine originates from the San Felice vineyards in Castelnuovo Berardenga, in the heart of the Sienese region. The agricultural management is based on constant attention to sustainability and the pedoclimatic characteristics of the slopes. The vineyards benefit from a rich variety of microclimates and soils, which give complexity to the grapes grown using the spur-pruned cordon method. The name of the wine pays homage to the roots of these lands: it derives from the Etruscan term Avenal, a testament to the region's ancient connection with this civilisation.
How it is produced
Under the guidance of oenologist Leonardo Bellaccini, production follows the principles of organic farming. The grapes are hand-harvested during the coolest hours of the morning to preserve the aromatic integrity of the Chardonnay. In the winery, the process begins with a pre-fermentation maceration at low temperature. Subsequently, the must ferments and matures following a dual path: part in stainless steel to maintain freshness and part in oak barrels to give the wine greater roundness. This approach ensures a perfect synthesis between expressive clarity and structure.
History and Curiosities
The name In Avane originates from the Etruscan term Avenal, paying homage to the historic heritage of the San Felice estate in Castelnuovo Berardenga. This sustainable production enhances the uniqueness of the soils and microclimates, reflecting a deep respect for nature. Under the guidance of oenologist Leonardo Bellaccini, the grapes are hand-picked in crates to preserve their integrity. The excellence of the 2023 vintage of this Toscana IGT is confirmed by the prestigious accolades from James Suckling and Vinous, which celebrate authentic winemaking true to the territory.
Awards
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2023
90/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2023
90/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2023
89/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
10 - 12 °C
Longevity:
03 - 05 years
- Start up year: 1968
- Oenologist: Leonardo Bellaccini
- Hectares: 188
Our winemaker, Leonardo Bellaccini, has pioneered many unique practices. Importantly he sees distinctive characteristics in each of San Felice’s undulating slopes and he treats each vine within the vineyard individually. Having identified five macro-areas Leonardo and his team has planted the grape varieties which thrive in the specific geography and soil. Read more
| Name | San Felice Chardonnay In Avane 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | White green still |
| Denomination | Toscana IGT |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | Chardonnay |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | San Felice |
| Story | History and Curiosities The name In Avane originates from the Etruscan term Avenal, paying homage to the historic heritage of the San Felice estate in Castelnuovo Berardenga. This sustainable production enhances the uniqueness of the soils and microclimates, reflecting a deep respect for nature. Under the guidance of oenologist Leonardo Bellaccini, the grapes are hand-picked in crates to preserve their integrity. The excellence of the 2023 vintage of this Toscana IGT is confirmed by the prestigious accolades from James Suckling and Vinous, which celebrate authentic winemaking true to the territory. |
| Origin | Tenuta San Felice, Castelnuovo Berardenga (Siena) |
| Cultivation system | Spurred cordon |
| Harvest | First week of September |
| Production technique | Raccolta manuale; macerazione pre-fermentativa a 8 °C; fermentazione in parte in acciaio inox e in parte in botticelle di rovere |
| Wine making | Manual harvesting of the grapes in the first week of September; pre-fermentation maceration at 8°C; fermentation partly in stainless steel and partly in small oak barrels. |
| Aging | Partially aged in small oak barrels and partially in stainless steel. |
| Total acidity | 5.7 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |